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INVERTER / CHARGER

DC to AC true sinewave inverter

programmable automatic battery charger

automatic transfer switch

Owner’s Manual

EPC 1600-12 ePRO Combi 12V / 60Amp

EPC 1800-24 ePRO Combi 24V / 35Amp

EPC 2000-12 ePRO Combi 12V / 80Amp

EPC 2500-24 ePRO Combi 24V / 50Amp

EPC 3000-12 ePRO Combi 12V / 120Amp

EPC 3500-24 ePRO Combi 24V / 70Amp

Summary of Contents for EPC 1600-12

Page 1: ...utomatic battery charger automatic transfer switch Owner s Manual EPC 1600 12 ePRO Combi 12V 60Amp EPC 1800 24 ePRO Combi 24V 35Amp EPC 2000 12 ePRO Combi 12V 80Amp EPC 2500 24 ePRO Combi 24V 50Amp EPC 3000 12 ePRO Combi 12V 120Amp EPC 3500 24 ePRO Combi 24V 70Amp ...

Page 2: ...Important Please be sure to read and save the entire manual before using your Enerdrive ePRO Inverter Charger Misuse may result in damage to the unit and or cause harm or serious injury Read manual in its entirety before using the unit and save manual for future reference Product Numbers ePRO Inverter Charger Series EPC 1600 12 ePRO Combi 12V 60Amp EPC 1800 24 ePRO Combi 24V 35Amp EPC 2000 12 ePRO...

Page 3: ...her documentation 2 Assumes no responsibility or liability for losses damages costs or expenses whether special direct indirect consequential or incidental which might arise out of the use of such information The use of any such information will be entirely at the user s risk 3 Reminds you that if this manual is in any language other than english although steps have been taken to maintain the accu...

Page 4: ... overview 16 4 GENERAL OPERATION 20 4 1 Operating the ePRO Combi 20 4 2 ePRO Combi LED indicators and error modes 21 4 2 1 Error indications 23 4 3 Programmable Alarm relay 24 4 4 Trigger input 24 4 5 Load requirements in inverter mode 25 5 CHARGER OPERATION 26 5 1 Charge programs 26 5 2 Equalizing a flooded battery 29 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINE 32 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 38 8 WARRANTY CONDITI...

Page 5: ...g the ePRO Combi For installing the ePRO Combi a separate installation guide is included The installation guide is intended for installers that should have knowledge and experience in installing electrical equipment knowledge of the applicable installation codes and awareness of the hazards involved in performing electrical work and how to reduce those hazards CAUTION This section contains importa...

Page 6: ... unit Keep fresh water and soap on hand in the event battery acid comes in contact with eyes If this occurs cleanse right away with soap and water for a minimum of 15 minutes and seek medical attention Batteries produce explosive gases DO NOT smoke or have an open spark or fire near the system Keep unit away from moist or damp areas Avoid dropping any metal tool or object on the battery Doing so c...

Page 7: ...WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD DO NOT use the Enerdrive ePRO Combi in the vicinity of flammable fumes or gases such as gas bottles or large engines AVOID covering the ventilation openings Always operate unit in an open and well ventilated area Prolonged contact to high heat or freezing temperatures will decrease the working life of the unit LIMITATIONS OF USE Do not use in connection with life support s...

Page 8: ...is is achieved so fast that even very critical loads like computers will continue to operate without any problems In case the grid generator is reconnected again and the voltage and frequency are within acceptable limits the ePRO Combi activates the AC transfer switch and battery charger again while deactivating the inverter The connected loads are now supplied again by the grid generator without ...

Page 9: ...l control of external devices like generator starting or selective load disconnection Freely assignable trigger input which allows the user to control the ePRO Combi by external events Temperature controlled fans to guarantee silent operation under less than full load conditions Temperature compensated battery charging using the standard supplied battery temperature sensor for maximum battery life...

Page 10: ...rs can be edited and it is also possible to edit or create your own battery charge programs CAUTION When configuring the ePRO Combi by Dashboard make sure that DIP switch 1 is set to ON External When set to ON all remaining DIP switch settings 2 up to 7 or 9 are ignored and the ePRO Combi will always load the parameter settings as configured in Dashboard When DIP switch 1 is set to OFF Local again...

Page 11: ...Description Output frequency in inverter mode Can be set to 50Hz or 60Hz Configurable by DIP switch DIP 2 and Dashboard Parameter Inverter voltage Value 230V Description Output voltage in inverter mode Can be set from 200V to 240V Configurable by Dashboard Parameter Low Battery Protect Value On Description Enables or disables low battery protection with user programmable shutdown restart and delay...

Page 12: ... loads like computers clocks and AV equipment Configurable by DIP switch DIP 4 and Dashboard Parameter AC input voltage range transfer switch Value 180V 270V Description Input voltage range which is accepted by the ePRO Combi for feeding throughtotheconnectedload TwoACundervoltagevaluescanbeset An absoluteundervoltagelevelwhichdirectlyreleasestheACtransferswitch when exceeded factory setting 150V ...

Page 13: ...ctivate the AC transfer switch or keep it closed and allow it to exceed the AC input current limit value This value can be set from 1 0A to 16 0A or 2 0A to 30 0A depending on model by Dashboard or the optional Universal Remote Control Configurable by Dashboard and Universal Remote Control Parameter AC Input Power Boost Value Off Description AC Input Power Boost temporarily assists weak AC input s...

Page 14: ...ery High The value of this Parameter decides how fast the ePRO Combi detects a signal fail at the AC input The lower settings are resulting in a slower AC input source inverter transfer time while the higher settings result in the fastest transfer times The settings Low andVery Low can be used when the AC input signal is distorted or unstable which could be the case when a small generator is used ...

Page 15: ...ed GEL and Custom For further charge program information please see chapters 3 3 and 5 1 Configurable by DIP switch DIP 5 and 6 and Dashboard Parameter Charge current limit Value 100 Description This parameter sets the maximum charge current in percent This value can be set from 10 to 100 by Dashboard or the optional Universal Remote Control You can set this parameter to a lower value when the con...

Page 16: ...escription Factory setting OFF Local External Programming ON External DIP switches 2 to 7 or 9 are ignored and the ePRO Combi will always load the parameter settings as configured in Dashboard OFF Local The local DIP switch settings are used All other parameters are set to the factory default settings Factory setting OFF Inverter output frequency ON Output frequency is 60Hz OFF Output frequency is...

Page 17: ...e 14 4V or 28 8V Float voltage 13 5V or 27 0V 5 ON Battery type GEL 6 OFF Absorption voltage 14 2V or 28 4V Float voltage 13 5V or 27 0V 5 OFF Battery type AGM 6 ON Absorption voltage 14 3V or 28 6V Float voltage 13 3V or 26 6V 5 ON Batterytype Custom createdbyDashboard 6 ON Absorption voltage set by Dashboard Float voltage set by Dashboard Factory setting OFF AC Input Power Boost ON AC Input Powe...

Page 18: ...connection terminals are open A remote switch must be connected and switched ON in order to activate the ePRO Combi The local on off switch on the front panel always overrides the remote switch So in order to use the remote switch the local on off switch must be in the on or charger only position Models ePRO Combi 2000 3500 Ground switch relay ON Ground switch is enabled OFF Ground switch is disab...

Page 19: ...erminals are open A remote switch must be connected and switched ON in order to activate the ePRO Combi The local on off switch on the front panel always overrides the remote switch So in order to use the remote switch the local on off switch must be in the on or charger only position CAUTION 1 Invalid battery type settings can cause serious damage to your batteries and or connected battery loads ...

Page 20: ...quired limits for example when the AC input signal disappears the ePRO Combi will immediately stop charging release the AC transfer switch and activate the inverter again All this happens so fast that the connected load will not be disturbed When switched to Off the ePRO Combi is completely shut down and cannot be activated by a remote switch or the Universal Remote Control either Inthismode theeP...

Page 21: ...h The frontpanel can be divided into four sections 1 Dual function level bar Indicates the percentage of delivered output power in inverter mode turns red if more than nominal output power is being delivered to the load In charger mode this level bar indicates the percentage of delivered charging current 2 Mode indicators Indicate the operating mode of the ePRO Combi as well as the status of each ...

Page 22: ...f not inverting On green inverting or power boosting On blinking red error see chapter 4 2 1 On red inverter disabled AC in LED Off No AC input present transfer switch open On blinking green AC input present and within range ePRO Combi is synchronizing On green AC input approved transfer switch closed On blinking red AC input present but out of range On red AC transfer switch disabled ...

Page 23: ...different error indications each with their own blinking pattern One flash in a row Battery related error too low or too high battery voltage too low or too high battery temperature too high battery ripple voltage battery defect Two flashes in a row AC overload error AC load requires too much power from the inverter AC output short circuit Three flashes in a row Hightemperatureerror eProCombishuts...

Page 24: ...s been resolved and the ePRO Combi is running in normal operating mode again Relay 2 on the EPC 2000 12 to 3500 24 models will be activated only after the AC supply has become available In case of battery operation Relay 2 will deactivate immediately This can be used to switch less critical AC loads i e electric boiler aircon on and off that are allowed to be supplied by the mains or generator onl...

Page 25: ...inal power rating of the inverter continuously Unless these appliances are switched on only when the AC transfer switch is activated and power is drawn from an external source with a larger capacity than the inverter Some appliances like motors or pumps draw large inrush currents at startup It is possible that the startup current exceeds the over current trip level of the inverter In this case the...

Page 26: ...r Operation 5 1 Charge Programs All standard selectable charge programs using DIP switches 5 and 6 perform a four stage IUoUoP charging process comprising of a Bulk an Absorption a Float and a Pulse stage The image below visualizes the four stage charging process ...

Page 27: ...safe level for the battery It will maintain the battery in optimal condition for as long as the battery remains connected to the activated charger Connected battery loads will be directly powered by the charger up to the charger s maximum output current level When even more current is drawn the battery must supply this which results in a declining battery voltage At a certain battery voltage level...

Page 28: ...hich prolongs your battery s lifetime When the standard selectable charging programs do not satisfy your requirements or when different voltage and current levels are needed youcaneditorcreateyourownchargeprogramsusingePRODashboard Up to 8 different stages can be linked together and all individual stages can be configured extensively ...

Page 29: ... this process Always follow the battery manufacturer s instructions when equalizing flooded batteries During equalization the battery generates explosive gasses Follow all the battery safety precautions enclosed with your ePRO Combi Ventilate the area around the battery sufficiently and ensure that there are no sources of flames or sparks in the vicinity Disconnect all loads connected to the batte...

Page 30: ... selected see chapter 3 3 Besides this the charger also needs to have a full charge cycle completed and must operate in the Float stage When these two conditions are met the equalization charge mode can be activated by pressing the recessed push button on the bottom side of the unit see images below for 3 seconds until all charge status indicators start flashing Models EPC 1600 12 to 1800 24 Model...

Page 31: ... the battery manufacturer s specifications yet you can initiate a new 2 hours equalization cycle by pressing the push button for 3 seconds again Always keep on checking the specific gravity of each cell repeatedly during the equalization process When these values are correct you can manually exit the equalization process by pressing the recessed push button once The ePRO Combi will then return to ...

Page 32: ...act between the ePRO Combi battery wires and the battery terminals Clean battery terminals or ePRO Combi wire contacts Tighten battery terminal screws Blown DC fuse Check battery fuse or internal ePRO Combi fuse EPC1600 1800 only Very poor battery condition Replace battery The charger mode is not working AC transfer switch does not activate either The AC input voltage or frequency are out of range...

Page 33: ...ge current should be set to 10 20 of the total battery capacity Too much voltage loss in battery cables and or connections Make sure that the battery cables have a large enough diameter Check if all DC connections are solidly made Additional battery loads are consuming too much current during charging Turn off or disconnect all battery loads Charge current is too low High ambient temperature Try t...

Page 34: ...o high Too high ripple voltage on DC input manual restart needed Check battery wire connections Decrease battery cable length Increase battery and or cable size Make sure that no other equipment on the same battery is generating a high ripple voltage Only mode indicator LED inverter on blinks red once per second Battery voltage is too low 10V 12V or 20V 24V Apply mains voltage to the AC input and ...

Page 35: ...ltaneously Otherwise stop using the connected load it s not suitable to power it with this inverter Mode indicator LEDs inverter on and charger on are blinking red three times per second The ePRO Combi has shut down due to a too high temperature Reduce the AC output load in inverter mode Try to reduce the ambient temperature around the ePRO Combi Make sure that there is a clearance of at least 10c...

Page 36: ...transfer switch current has been exceeded Reduce the AC output load Mode indicator LED inverter on or charger on or AC in is red continuously Either the inverter mode or the charger mode or the AC transfer switch has been disabled using Dashboard Enable again using Dashboard if required If only inverter on is red continuously ePRO Combi main switch is put into charger only mode meaning that the in...

Page 37: ...elected an empty or invalid charge program custom charge program is empty from factory Advanced user made charge program contains go to error condition for example when a charge stage takes too much time If none of the above remedies will help to solve the problem you are encountering then it is best to contact your local Enerdrive distributor for further help and or possible repair of your Enerdr...

Page 38: ...94 No load power consumption3 ASB 10W 2 0W 12W 2 0W Charger stage AC input voltage 185 270Vac 45 65Hz PF 0 95 Maximum continuous charging current4 60A 35A Standard charge voltage bulk float 25 C 14 3V 13 3V 28 6V 26 6V Charge algorithm or program IUoUoP intelligent 4 stage temp comp AC Transfer switch Maximum continuous current 16Arms Transfer time typical 0ms inv mains 5ms mains inv General ePROL...

Page 39: ...ications are subject to change without notice 1 Measured with resistive load Power ratings are subject to a tolerance of 10 and are decreasing as temperature rises with a rate of approx 1 2 C starting from 25 C 2 Undervoltage limit is dynamic This limit decreases with increasing load to compensate the voltage drop across cables and connections 3 Measured at nominal input voltage and 25 C 4 Athighe...

Page 40: ...ASB 20W 3 5W 20W 4 0W Charger stage AC input voltage 185 270Vac 45 65Hz PF 0 95 Maximum continuous charging current 4 Sec 80A 4A 50A 4A Standard charge voltage bulk float 25 C 14 3V 13 3V 28 6V 26 6V Charge algorithm or program IUoUoP intelligent 4 stage temp comp AC Transfer switch Maximum continuous current 30Arms Transfer time typical 0ms inv mains 5ms mains inv General ePROLink enabled Yes Pro...

Page 41: ... change without notice 1 Measured with resistive load Power ratings are subject to a tolerance of 10 and are decreasing as temperature rises with a rate of approx 1 2 C starting from 25 C 2 Undervoltage limit is dynamic This limit decreases with increasing load to compensate the voltage drop across cables and connections 3 Measured at nominal input voltage and 25 C 4 At higher ambient temperatures...

Page 42: ... ASB 20W 3 5W 20W 4 0W Charger stage AC input voltage 185 270Vac 45 65Hz PF 0 95 Maximum continuous charging current 4 Sec 120A 4A 70A 4A Standard charge voltage bulk float 25 C 14 3V 13 3V 28 6V 26 6V Charge algorithm or program IUoUoP intelligent 4 stage temp comp ACTransfer switch Maximum continuous current 30Arms Transfer time typical 0ms inv mains 5ms mains inv General ePROLink enabled Yes Pr...

Page 43: ... change without notice 1 Measured with resistive load Power ratings are subject to a tolerance of 10 and are decreasing as temperature rises with a rate of approx 1 2 C starting from 25 C 2 Undervoltage limit is dynamic This limit decreases with increasing load to compensate the voltage drop across cables and connections 3 Measured at nominal input voltage and 25 C 4 At higher ambient temperatures...

Page 44: ...d in duration to the duration of this warranty This unit is warranted to the original purchaser only to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase without additional charge The warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users other than OEM applications This unit is not intended for commercial use This warranty does not apply to damage to unit...

Page 45: ...ted under these terms for the remainder of the warranty period The customer is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items back to Enerdrive LIMITATIONS This warranty does not cover accessories such as adapters and batteries damage or defects result from normal wear and tear including chips scratches abrasions discoloration or fading due to usage or exposure to sunlight accidents da...

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